Top California Boat Tours

Q: Which California Boat Tours have Instant Confirmation?

California Boat Tours with Instant Confirmation include: Yacht rental charter in Marina del Rey - 60' CARVER Half-Day Private 62ft Island Boat Tour of San Diego Bay 6 Hour Lake Tahoe Private Boat Charter With Captain 5 Hour Private Boat Charter With Captain 4 Hour Lake Tahoe Boat Tour View all Tours with Instant Confirmation →

Q: Which California Boat Tours have Free Cancellation?

California Boat Tours with Free Cancellation (in most cases up to 24 hours in advance of your tour date, check the specific tour page) include: Yacht rental charter in Marina del Rey - 60' CARVER 6 Hour Lake Tahoe Private Boat Charter With Captain 5 Hour Private Boat Charter With Captain 4 Hour Lake Tahoe Boat Tour Big Boat Sailing Oceanside California View all Tours with Free Cancellation →

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Q: What are the most popular styles of Tours and Activities in California?

Based on our sales data over the past year, the most popular styles of tours and activities in California are: California Luxury & Special Occasions California Luxury Tours California Tours & Sightseeing California Cultural & Theme Tours California Cruises, Sailing & Water Tours View all tour styles in California →

Golden Gate Bay Cruise on Monterey Clipper

Step aboard a rare piece of San Francisco’s working history on The Golden Gate, a 1928 Monterey fishing boat captained by born-and-raised San Franciscan, Captain …More

San Francisco, USA

4.9 (16)

Golden Gate Bay Cruise on Monterey Clipper

Step aboard a rare piece of San Francisco’s working history on The Golden Gate, a 1928 Monterey fishing boat captained by born-and-raised San Franciscan, Captain...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation

4.9 (16)

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$74

Alcatraz Day Tour with Wharf Discounts: Assigned Time Ticket

Tired of having to do expensive bus and boat combos just to visit and go inside Alcatraz? We trimmed the fat so you can get …More

San Francisco, USA

4.9 (8)

Alcatraz Day Tour with Wharf Discounts: Assigned Time Ticket

Tired of having to do expensive bus and boat combos just to visit and go inside Alcatraz? We trimmed the fat so you can get...

3 hours

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$74

San Diego Whale Watching & Dolphin Cruise

Set sail from scenic Mission Bay and encounter some of the ocean’s most awe-inspiring creatures on a 2–2.5 hour whale-watching adventure in San Diego. Time …More

San Diego, USA

4.7 (1,712)

San Diego Whale Watching & Dolphin Cruise

Set sail from scenic Mission Bay and encounter some of the ocean’s most awe-inspiring creatures on a 2–2.5 hour whale-watching adventure in San Diego. Time...

2 to 3 hours Free Cancellation

4.7 (1,712)

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$71

We are honored to be the #1 Whale Watching Company in Monterey Bay with a 99% success rate and offer: Two of the largest and …More

Monterey & Carmel, USA

4.8 (861)

Monterey Whale Watching Tour

We are honored to be the #1 Whale Watching Company in Monterey Bay with a 99% success rate and offer: Two of the largest and...

2 to 3 hours Free Cancellation

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$70

Glow Electric Boat night date experience in San Diego Bay

We’re excited to introduce our 60-minute Glow Boat Experience on Electric Boats — a romantic night date in San Diego Bay. The boats glow beautifully …More

San Diego, USA

4.9 (25)

Glow Electric Boat night date experience in San Diego Bay

We’re excited to introduce our 60-minute Glow Boat Experience on Electric Boats — a romantic night date in San Diego Bay. The boats glow beautifully...

1 hour Free Cancellation

4.9 (25)

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$70

Sea Goddess Whale Watching promises a once-in-a-lifetime whale watching experience. Our whale watching tours depart from Moss Landing, right at the mouth of the Monterey …More

Monterey & Carmel, USA

4.8 (367)

Monterey Bay Whale Watching

Sea Goddess Whale Watching promises a once-in-a-lifetime whale watching experience. Our whale watching tours depart from Moss Landing, right at the mouth of the Monterey...

2 to 3 hours Free Cancellation

4.8 (367)

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$70

Luxury Whale Watching: Fewer People, Extra Speed, Expert Staff

Onboard our 50’ pristine Catamaran Yacht, our always low passenger capacity makes for an intimate at sea experience. The luxury whale watching cruises feature a …More

Newport Beach, USA

4.8 (204)

Luxury Whale Watching: Fewer People, Extra Speed, Expert Staff

Onboard our 50’ pristine Catamaran Yacht, our always low passenger capacity makes for an intimate at sea experience. The luxury whale watching cruises feature a...

120 to 150 minutes Free Cancellation

4.8 (204)

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$69

Experience the beauty of San Francisco during a 1.5-hour catamaran cruise over San Francisco Bay. Sail away from bustling city and enjoy photo ops from …More

San Francisco, USA

4.9 (660)

San Francisco Bay Sailing Cruise

Experience the beauty of San Francisco during a 1.5-hour catamaran cruise over San Francisco Bay. Sail away from bustling city and enjoy photo ops from...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation

4.9 (660)

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$65

Enjoy sailing the Monterey Bay without engine noise. You will be offered a complimentary beverage after your captain hoists the sails and catches the wind …More

Monterey & Carmel, USA

4.8 (45)

Catamaran Sailing Cruise in Monterey

Enjoy sailing the Monterey Bay without engine noise. You will be offered a complimentary beverage after your captain hoists the sails and catches the wind...

1 hour 15 minutes Free Cancellation

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$65

Yellow Semi-Submarine Tour of Catalina Island From Avalon

Come aboard Catalina Island's newest semi-submarine, the SS Nautilus, and enjoy a deep sea adventure 1,000 leagues beyond your imagination. The main attraction of this unique …More

Catalina Island, USA

4.5 (595)

Yellow Semi-Submarine Tour of Catalina Island From Avalon

Come aboard Catalina Island's newest semi-submarine, the SS Nautilus, and enjoy a deep sea adventure 1,000 leagues beyond your imagination. The main attraction of this unique...

45 minutes Free Cancellation

4.5 (595)

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The longest running whale watching company on Monterey Bay. We have 3 boats ranging in size from 53’ to 70’. All boats are USCG inspected …More

Monterey & Carmel, USA

4.7 (577)

Whale Watching Tour Monterey California

The longest running whale watching company on Monterey Bay. We have 3 boats ranging in size from 53’ to 70’. All boats are USCG inspected...

3 hours Free Cancellation

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$62

Alcatraz City Cruises Official Admission Ticket

Step aboard an official Alcatraz City Cruises ferry and journey to the legendary Alcatraz Island! Explore its storied past as a Civil War fort, military …More

San Francisco, USA

4.8 (39)

Alcatraz City Cruises Official Admission Ticket

Step aboard an official Alcatraz City Cruises ferry and journey to the legendary Alcatraz Island! Explore its storied past as a Civil War fort, military...

3 hours

4.8 (39)

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$60

Stand Up Paddleboard Lesson in South Lake Tahoe

This is the perfect way for beginner paddlers to learn how to SUP (Stand Up Paddleboard). The water is usually smooth and glassy early in …More

Lake Tahoe, USA

5.0 (1)

Stand Up Paddleboard Lesson in South Lake Tahoe

This is the perfect way for beginner paddlers to learn how to SUP (Stand Up Paddleboard). The water is usually smooth and glassy early in...

1 hour Free Cancellation

5.0 (1)

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$59

See San Francisco sparkle on the San Francisco City Lights Cruise, a relaxing 2-hour evening cruise on the Bay. Sail beneath the Golden Gate Bridge, …More

San Francisco, USA

4.6 (2,077)

San Francisco City Lights Cruise

See San Francisco sparkle on the San Francisco City Lights Cruise, a relaxing 2-hour evening cruise on the Bay. Sail beneath the Golden Gate Bridge,...

2 hours Free Cancellation

4.6 (2,077)

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Hop aboard San Diego’s only amphibious Sea and Land Adventure for an unforgettable 1 hour and 45 minute tour that combines city sights with aquatic …More

San Diego, USA

4.8 (1,371)

San Diego Seal Tour

Hop aboard San Diego’s only amphibious Sea and Land Adventure for an unforgettable 1 hour and 45 minute tour that combines city sights with aquatic...

1 hour 45 minutes Free Cancellation

4.8 (1,371)

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$56

San Diego Shore Excursion: San Diego Seal Tour

While you’re in port in San Diego, explore the city by both land and sea on the San Diego Seal Tour. On an amphibious vehicle …More

San Diego, USA

4.9 (187)

San Diego Shore Excursion: San Diego Seal Tour

While you’re in port in San Diego, explore the city by both land and sea on the San Diego Seal Tour. On an amphibious vehicle...

1 hour 45 minutes Free Cancellation

4.9 (187)

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$56

San Diego Harbor Cruise on the Largest Catamaran in San Diego

Enjoy a San Diego harbor cruise on San Diego's largest and newest catamaran yacht. We provide our guests with a unique way to splash by …More

San Diego, USA

4.9 (55)

San Diego Harbor Cruise on the Largest Catamaran in San Diego

Enjoy a San Diego harbor cruise on San Diego's largest and newest catamaran yacht. We provide our guests with a unique way to splash by...

2 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation

4.9 (55)

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$55

Whale and Wildlife Yacht Cruise in Santa Barbara

Join us aboard Azure Seas, our 70′ multi-level yacht, as we depart from Stearns Wharf & cruise along the beautiful Santa Barbara coastline. During the …More

Santa Barbara, USA

4.4 (30)

Whale and Wildlife Yacht Cruise in Santa Barbara

Join us aboard Azure Seas, our 70′ multi-level yacht, as we depart from Stearns Wharf & cruise along the beautiful Santa Barbara coastline. During the...

2 hours Free Cancellation

4.4 (30)

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$55

La Jolla Kayak Rental for two people (Tandem)

SDBK is the top ranked kayak operator by the City of San Diego for kayak operations. This ranking is based on meaningful criteria including the …More

La Jolla, USA

4.3 (31)

La Jolla Kayak Rental for two people (Tandem)

SDBK is the top ranked kayak operator by the City of San Diego for kayak operations. This ranking is based on meaningful criteria including the...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation

4.3 (31)

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$54

Undersea Expedition: Catalina Island Tour

Descend 5 feet beneath the surface of one of California’s most extraordinary marine ecosystems, all from the comfort of your own personal porthole in our …More

Catalina Island, USA

4.6 (129)

Undersea Expedition: Catalina Island Tour

Descend 5 feet beneath the surface of one of California’s most extraordinary marine ecosystems, all from the comfort of your own personal porthole in our...

45 minutes

4.6 (129)

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$53